For lockdown parents always around
For lockdown parents always around
The lockdown phase, like every other thing in life, had its share of merits and demerits. Unlike the opinion of a lot of people, who say it is the curse of the year 2020, I personally had experienced both good and bad times during the lockdown.
I was among the fortunate ones who did not have to fight these long days of social distancing all alone. I had my family with me, all the time. In fact, if you judge from an optimistic perspective, it was a blessing to have your own people around to give you mental support. There were reports of numerous individuals who were away from home and faced immense hardships. Some sadly could never get back to their family, and some did meet them but after a long wait.
However, as a teenager, this was my first experience of my parents being around me all the time for such a long period. I could say it was only the sleeping time that they were not really around me. Otherwise, I was constantly under their strict supervision. While it was all good most of the time, sometimes it became a boring affair. They meant good for me, but to be under their watch all day long was not always a pleasant thing for me.
Getting to eat delicious food cooked by my mother was one of the best things that happened as a consequence of staying at home during the lockdown. Since our cook was not coming and mom was available, she made all possible delicacies that we had not eaten in a long time. I took the opportunity and often made my special request on the menu of the day. I even took advantage of this and encouraged mom to make some dishes that she never made which I craved to savour. I discovered she is an excellent cook! Of course, I would assist her and become her sous-chef during the process.
Due to the unavailability of my tuition teachers, my father helped me with my studies. I have grown closer to my parents than ever before. I can openly talk to them, especially with my dad. I used to be very scared of him, particularly about my studies. But now that he became my tutor I felt quite at ease in expressing my areas of discomfort and inability. I also found playing partners in both of them. Every evening we would spend some time playing board games.
Everything was alright, but I did not get any time all by myself. It wasn't comforting to be told about everything. For instance, if I delayed a little in sitting for studies or even going for a bath; I was bombarded with words of virtue. Dad would go on with his long talks on the value of time and how I should not waste even a single moment. And by chance any of my belongings was not in its right place, hell broke loose. Mom would not spare me from her lectures.
They surely never meant anything wrong for me but with their disciplining they only tried to prepare me for a better future. Those were the testing times. It was then that I missed my freedom. It was fun to spend time with my parents, which is otherwise not possible because of our busy schedule. But their continued presence, round the clock, made it suffocating at times. Even while playing, it was always a somber affair. I missed my friends very much. Laughing and cracking jokes, pulling each other’s legs, or even fighting over silly things with your friends; all these make life more enjoyable.
I felt my parents were constantly monitoring me, and it was not a happy feeling. The worst episodes were when I chatted with my school friends on my mobile phone. Since I had to spend so much time in front of the computer screen for our online classes, my parents thought spending more time on the phone or laptop other than the classes was not healthy. This was a struggle for me, as this was the only way I could get in touch with my friends through these electronic devices. They did not seem to agree to allow me to use these gadgets for long hours. No amount of debate could settle this issue. Since I could not stay away from talking to my friends, every day I had to plead with them to get the phone. After a lot of coaxing, I was allowed ten minutes. As soon as ten minutes were over I was told to keep the phone.
These were a few instances that did make me a little upset but then I thought to myself that my parents are my best critics. They are the people who will stand by me through thick and thin and therefore being obedient is my first responsibility. I hope that the pandemic soon gets over and we can relive our regular lives. It will be a relief for parents and children alike.
© Arked
The lockdown phase, like every other thing in life, had its share of merits and demerits. Unlike the opinion of a lot of people, who say it is the curse of the year 2020, I personally had experienced both good and bad times during the lockdown.
I was among the fortunate ones who did not have to fight these long days of social distancing all alone. I had my family with me, all the time. In fact, if you judge from an optimistic perspective, it was a blessing to have your own people around to give you mental support. There were reports of numerous individuals who were away from home and faced immense hardships. Some sadly could never get back to their family, and some did meet them but after a long wait.
However, as a teenager, this was my first experience of my parents being around me all the time for such a long period. I could say it was only the sleeping time that they were not really around me. Otherwise, I was constantly under their strict supervision. While it was all good most of the time, sometimes it became a boring affair. They meant good for me, but to be under their watch all day long was not always a pleasant thing for me.
Getting to eat delicious food cooked by my mother was one of the best things that happened as a consequence of staying at home during the lockdown. Since our cook was not coming and mom was available, she made all possible delicacies that we had not eaten in a long time. I took the opportunity and often made my special request on the menu of the day. I even took advantage of this and encouraged mom to make some dishes that she never made which I craved to savour. I discovered she is an excellent cook! Of course, I would assist her and become her sous-chef during the process.
Due to the unavailability of my tuition teachers, my father helped me with my studies. I have grown closer to my parents than ever before. I can openly talk to them, especially with my dad. I used to be very scared of him, particularly about my studies. But now that he became my tutor I felt quite at ease in expressing my areas of discomfort and inability. I also found playing partners in both of them. Every evening we would spend some time playing board games.
Everything was alright, but I did not get any time all by myself. It wasn't comforting to be told about everything. For instance, if I delayed a little in sitting for studies or even going for a bath; I was bombarded with words of virtue. Dad would go on with his long talks on the value of time and how I should not waste even a single moment. And by chance any of my belongings was not in its right place, hell broke loose. Mom would not spare me from her lectures.
They surely never meant anything wrong for me but with their disciplining they only tried to prepare me for a better future. Those were the testing times. It was then that I missed my freedom. It was fun to spend time with my parents, which is otherwise not possible because of our busy schedule. But their continued presence, round the clock, made it suffocating at times. Even while playing, it was always a somber affair. I missed my friends very much. Laughing and cracking jokes, pulling each other’s legs, or even fighting over silly things with your friends; all these make life more enjoyable.
I felt my parents were constantly monitoring me, and it was not a happy feeling. The worst episodes were when I chatted with my school friends on my mobile phone. Since I had to spend so much time in front of the computer screen for our online classes, my parents thought spending more time on the phone or laptop other than the classes was not healthy. This was a struggle for me, as this was the only way I could get in touch with my friends through these electronic devices. They did not seem to agree to allow me to use these gadgets for long hours. No amount of debate could settle this issue. Since I could not stay away from talking to my friends, every day I had to plead with them to get the phone. After a lot of coaxing, I was allowed ten minutes. As soon as ten minutes were over I was told to keep the phone.
These were a few instances that did make me a little upset but then I thought to myself that my parents are my best critics. They are the people who will stand by me through thick and thin and therefore being obedient is my first responsibility. I hope that the pandemic soon gets over and we can relive our regular lives. It will be a relief for parents and children alike.
© Arked